Howlong

History & heritage

Discover the town’s rich heritage on the Howlong Historic Trail. The self-guided tour covers 28 locations, including the former flour mill and residence, Mill Hotel and Old Howlong Post Office (which also offers accommodation for a boutique stay in the heart of town). You can pick up a trail map from the Howlong Community Resource Centre or the Corowa Visitor Information Centre

Exploring the Corowa and Howlong History Trails, Howlong - Credit: Federation Council

Things to do

For water fun, cast a line into the Murray River or paddle the meandering waterway in a kayak. Or simply relax by the water at Lion's Park or Howlong Memorial Park.

Got kids in tow? At Lowe Square, you’ll find a swimming pool, playground, tennis court and barbecues. 

Couple picnicking on the banks of the Murray River at Lions Park, Howlong

Golfing greens

Enjoy a round of golf on the magnificent 18-hole course at the Howlong Golf Resort. Howlong also hosts a number of amateur golfing tournaments, including the Top of the Murray Classic in May and the Murray Masters Amateur Golf Tournament in December.

Howlong Golf Resort, Howlong - Credit: Howlong Golf Resort

Eat & drink

After teeing off, grab a bite to eat at one of the golf resort’s restaurants – Fairways Bistro serves pub-style favourites and Szeto Asian Kitchen offers Asian fusion. 

Other delicious options in town include the Courthouse Kitchen in the historic Courthouse Hotel, 1/2 Acre Coffee Lounge & Nursery for breakfast and cafe-style lunches, and the Howlong Country Bakery for hot pies and other baked goods on the go.

1/2 Acre Coffee Lounge & Nursery, Howlong - Credit: 1/2 Acre Coffee Lounge & Nursery

Getting there

Howlong is just under six hours’ drive from Sydney, 3.5 hours from Melbourne and a 25-minute drive west of Albury. You can fly into Albury Airport and rent a car for the short drive to Howlong.